Arsenal are set to submit an improved offer worth more than £60 million for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes after their opening £55 million bid was rejected.
Arsenal are preparing to step up their pursuit of Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes after seeing their opening £55 million offer rejected earlier this week.
The Brazilian midfielder remains Mikel Arteta’s priority target as the Gunners continue their efforts to strengthen the heart of their midfield ahead of the new season.
Despite turning down Arsenal’s initial approach, Newcastle have not been surprised by the growing interest in one of their most influential players. The Magpies regard Guimaraes as a cornerstone of their long-term project and have no intention of allowing him to leave without receiving an exceptional offer.
The 28-year-old is under contract at St James’ Park until June 2028, leaving Newcastle in a strong negotiating position. With the club’s Saudi-backed ownership facing no financial pressure to sell, Arsenal know they must significantly improve their proposal if they are to convince Newcastle to enter serious negotiations.
🚨 Arsenal made verbal offer to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United. #AFC proposal through intermediaries below £60m – rejected + #NUFC insist sale of 28yo #Brazil int’l midfielder will not be entertained. W/ @gunnerblog @ChrisDHWaugh @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/EAsKXjwYCW
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 26, 2026
Guimaraes has further enhanced his reputation during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, producing three assists for Brazil in the group stage. His performances have highlighted the creativity, composure and leadership that have made him one of the Premier League’s most complete midfielders and only strengthened Arsenal’s determination to secure his signature.
Sporting director Andrea Berta has admired Guimaraes since his time at Atletico Madrid, while Arteta believes the Brazilian possesses the tactical intelligence and ball-retention ability needed to elevate Arsenal’s midfield. His experience at both club and international level makes him an ideal fit for the manager’s evolving system.
The Gunners have already strengthened their squad this summer by completing the permanent signing of Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen, but the pursuit of Guimaraes represents another major statement of ambition. Arsenal are determined to continue building a squad capable of competing for every major trophy.
Newcastle remain publicly committed to keeping their captain, although they are aware that Arsenal are expected to return with an improved bid exceeding £60 million. While the Magpies are reluctant to lose one of their most valuable players, a significantly enhanced offer could force fresh discussions between the two clubs.
For now, Guimaraes remains fully focused on Brazil’s World Cup campaign, but Arsenal hope the coming weeks will bring a breakthrough in negotiations. Landing the Brazilian would represent one of the biggest transfers of the summer and provide Arteta with a proven Premier League leader as the club prepare to defend their domestic crown.
